Social Worker - Adults - 2 YRS + PQE (Grade I-K)
London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Who You Are
You are a compassionate and professional social worker dedicated to supporting adults, their families, and carers. Committed to adhering to the Care Act 2014, you emphasize promoting wellbeing and identifying significant impacts. You are knowledgeable about statutory requirements in childcare and mental health legislation and are experienced in managing and evaluating risks with the application of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
What the Job Involves
Your role involves providing a high-quality social work service, assisting individuals, carers, and families through the completion of strength-based assessments. You are responsible for identifying community strengths and universal services while making evidence-based eligibility decisions. You will develop personalized support plans with a focus on prevention and delay of needs, ensuring informed decision-making via thorough advice and advocacy arrangements. Your work will be holistic and integrated, keeping safeguarding at the forefront and ensuring the adult remains central to any assessments and interventions.
Skills
- Professional social work expertise
- Strong understanding of the Care Act 2014
- Risk management and evaluation skills
- Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act 2005
- Experience with strength-based assessments
- Ability to create personalized support plans
- Holistic, person-centered approach
- Strong communication and advocacy skills
- Ability to undertake safeguarding enquiries